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When most people envision traveling to Belgium, many anticipate drinking Belgian beer in Brussels, wandering along scenic canals in Bruges, and definitely feasting on waffles and fries at every opportunity. But when we visited our Belgian friends in Antwerp, we fell in love with the place! Thanks to their tips, we’ve got all the details on the best places to visit in Antwerp and the ultimate Antwerp guide!
If you are planning a trip to Belgium, a stop in Antwerp is a must! From great breweries, the greatest chocolate museum of all time, and beautiful traditional Belgian architecture, you’ll love this lesser-traveled Belgian city.
So in this podcast episode, we’ve got tips on where to stay, eat, and play around the city as you explore the charms of the top places to visit in Antwerp.
Would you visit Antwerp? What are your thoughts? Let us know in the comments or tweet us @wwhoneymoon, find us on Instagram @worldwidehoneymoon, or email [email protected].
Table of Contents
Time Stamps Best Places to Visit in Antwerp:
- 0:16- Intro
- 0:33- Chats/update
- 1:12- Topic intro
- 2:40-Fun facts about Antwerp
- 6:28-Thoughts prior to arriving in Antwerp
- 8:34- First impressions of Antwerp, Belgium
- 13:18- Where to stay in Antwerp
- 15:41- Best time to visit Antwerp
- 19:10- Top things to do in Antwerp
- 32:55- Where to eat and drink in Antwerp
- 43:12- Our best meal in Antwerp
- 44:43- Biggest surprise about Antwerp
- 47:29- Would we go back/recommend
- 50:22- Wrap up
Helpful Links and Further Reading:
- Blog Posts About Belgium:
- Getting Around: Velo Bikes
- Where to Stay in Antwerp:
- Budget: Hotel Indigo Antwerp City Center
- Midrange: Hotel Rubens Grote Markt
- Luxury: Hotel Julien
- Things to Do in Antwerp:
- Antwerp Central Station
- Buy train tickets ahead of time on The Trainline
- Antwerp Harbor
- Cathedral of Our Lady Antwerp
- Old Town of Antwerp
- Grote Markt
- Meir (Shopping Street)
- Museum ann de Stroom
- Antwerp Zoo
- Antwerp Botanical Garden
- Chocolate Nation
- Antwerp Central Station
- Where to Eat in Antwerp:
- De Bomma
- Frituur No. 1
- Crumbles & Beans
- De Rosenobel
- Where to Drink in Antwerp:
- Dr. Beer
- Bar Bengel
- Elfde Gebod
- Bier Central
- Tours of Antwerp:
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Kat is the founder and author of the World Wide Honeymoon blog. She has traveled to over 35 countries spanning 5 continents to find the most romantic, unique, and fun places for couples to enjoy time together. She creates in-depth itineraries, honeymoon guides, packing lists, and even travel budget guides (Kat’s a former accountant!). Kat has been blogging since 2017, giving honest opinions and tips from her experiences while traveling. Aside from this blog, she runs a podcast with her husband, Chris, called the World Wide Honeymoon Travel Podcast and a travel blog dedicated to France called France Voyager.
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